Legal Definitions - JPO

JPO

JPO is an abbreviation for the Japanese Patent Office. It is a government agencyresponsible for granting and administering patents and trademarks in Japan.

• When a company wants to protect their invention in Japan, they must file a patent application with the JPO.
• The JPO also provides information and resources to help individuals and businesses understand the patent and trademark application process.

These examples illustrate how the JPO is responsible for managing the patent and trademark system in Japan. Companies and individuals must work with the JPO to protect their intellectual property in Japan.